1990 Lada Samara vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara | Primera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |